Winner of the 2023 BookFest Award

"Tessa Kelly has me hooked! The depth of her characters is amazing and the story is so interesting. I was surprised at the outcome." - Vicki W

Something borrowed. Something blue. Someone's dead.

Helping at her sister's cozy Brooklyn bakery was supposed to be a quick detour-not the start of a murder investigation.

But in Carroll Gardens, where brownstones bloom with gossip and everyone knows your dog's name, even a cake order can come with a side of scandal.

When a wedding guest turns up dead and Sandie's father is found at the scene, suspicion lands squarely on her family. Determined to clear her dad's name, Sandie dives into a tangle of secrets, nosy neighbors, and long-held grudges.

Armed with determination-and her loyal springer spaniel, Marlowe-Sandie must catch a killer hiding behind the buttercream façade of this picture-perfect community.

A clean-read mystery with charm, wit, and a dash of danger. No graphic violence, sex, or foul language.

Perfect for fans of Brooklyn settings, dog-loving sleuths, and twisty whodunits served with coffee and a side of cinnamon rolls.

Start the Sandie James Mystery Series today and discover a feel-good mystery that's as comforting as it is satisfying.